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Aunt Eve Interviewed (Harpers, 1873) An interview with a former slave, who believes herself to be around 104 years old, with memories of events prior to the American Revolution! Some Animal Thieves (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1892) A look at some exceptional and ingenious thefts perpetrated within the animal kingdom. At the Sign of the Golden Balls (Windsor, 1898B) A day at a London pawn shop. Curiosities of Angling (The Strand, 1896) A look at some fishing trophies, fishing records, and peculiar objects made to celebrate the art of angling. To Let - Furnished (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1895) On the benefits and hazards -- to tenants and landlords alike -- of renting a furnished residence in London. About Fans (Demorest, 1870) A brief but charming summary of the lore and legend of the fan. Paying an Election Bet (The Strand, 1899) The author, having lost his bet, was to ride a donkey from New York to San Francisco, without a dollar in his pocket, earning his keep along the way. One method he used to accomplish the feat was to sell pictures of his journey! Summer Puddings (Girl's Own Paper, 1891) This delicious collection includes chocolate pudding, Devonshire junket, coffee mousse, orange fool, snowballs, and Italian cream, amongst others. Recipes for August (Girl's Own Paper, 1897) One can see that times are indeed changing when a list of recipes begins with "Cyclist's sandwiches." Pretty Yet Inexpensive Furniture (Girl's Own Paper, 1902) Tips on creating some lovely small pieces for the home with simple tools and supplies. A Highland Joke (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1884) The great Highland baby swap! Manners: Talks With My Daughter (Demorest, 1873) A lovely piece on the value of manners (vs. simply "etiquette"). Aunt Mehitable's Winter in Washington (Godey's, 1873) This wonderful ten-part series of "letters" written by "Aunt Mehitable" to her loved ones back in Virginia provide a wonderful look at Washington (DC) life and society in 1873. The Washington monument has not yet been built, and in one letter "Aunt Mehitable" urges women across the country to send $1 toward its completion. The series looks at the notable figures of the day, describes fashions and homes in detail, and paints a brilliant picture of life on Capitol Hill. Poetry Elegy on the Death of a Country Washerwoman That "Old Oaken Bucket" That Hangs on the Wall